Weekend with the Eilers

Wow, it's been a busy weekend for us. Linda and Steve drove into town Friday night and we've been busy ever since. Saturday morning, we went running and afterwards, meet up with Nick and Allison at Waffle House. I would like to take credit for introducing Linda and Steve to Waffle House. I kept bragging about how good and affordable it is, so I'm glad they liked it. I like to get the All Star Breakfast, which is basically---everything on the menu. There's nothing like running 8 miles and eatig a big breakfast. Haha!

Later that evening, we rode the Trinity Railroad Express from Ft. Worth to Dallas for the Mavericks game. It was a church group activity. We had a suite at the game, which was a wonderful treat. It was first-class for sure! We weren't confined to our seats and we were able to walk around the suite--to visit, eat, and of course---watch the game. Today we went to the Cowboys game, but I'm so exhausted, pictures will have to wait until tomorrow.

On the train

Cheyenne picking on Linda

"C'mon Steve, don't let her eat her shoe."

Of course Cheyenne didn't look at the camera


Fajas and nachos in the suite. There was also popcorn, water and soda. SWEET! Too bad most of us had already had a big dinner before heading to the game.

Katy and Chad

Cheyenne and Trey on the TRE

I borrowed this Snugli carrier from Leah and it was a lifesaver this weekend. It really came in handy.

The Suite Life @ The Mavericks Game

Hitting The Trail with Linda

Distane: 8 miles
Time: 01:26:00
Pace per Mile: 10:48
Weather: 47 degrees
Light Mist

This morning Linda, Steve and I went running. Steve ran about a mile
and a half with us and then turned around and headed back to the
house. Linda and I ran forward and ran on the trail. It was a nice
steady pace. I thought we were going to get rained on, but we managed to stay dry.

Rock That Thing

Yesterday, Trey drove to Abilene for training at the office. He took Cheyenne with him and before going to work, he dropped her off at his mom's house. Here is some video of her playing in the rocking chair.

They drove back home late last night and Cheyenne was sound asleep.

The Air is Dry & Freelancing

Look down at your hands and chances are they are dry, like mine. The air is so dry with this winter air. Trey and I are considering pricing a humidifier for our heater, so at least when we're at home it won't be so bad. The dry air makes Cheyenne's hair stick--straight up.

Trey was really getting a kick out of it. He kept rubbing a pillow on the top of her head.

By the way, today's photo shoot went well. After I was done, I went back to work and went to another graduation ceremony. I was going to help my team with the audio/visual, but apparently the photographer the class hired, didn't show, so I ended up taking their graduation pictures with my camera and they paid me instead (off the clock of course). It was an unexpected blessing. The photographer eventually, showed up, about an hour and a half later, but it was too late. Poor guy had the wrong address.

It's Not too Late for Christmas Lights

We added something new this year, the candy canes. I say we added, but we all know, I did not get on the rooftop to hang lights. Actaully, I was driving home from work, admiring all the Christmas decorations (around the neighborhood) and I was thinking, When is Trey going to hang the lights? If he keeps putting it off, it'll be a waste. And as I approached the house, I saw this-----------
It was a nice surprise. We all went outside and took pictures.
Where's the baby?

It was cold this evening. It must've been at least 34 degrees.

We Could All Use a Friend Like This

I've had an interesting week, but this picture of my friend Nick makes me smile. So, if you are having one of those days or weeks just look at the big purple Teletubbie and SMILE! Don't you feel better already? My week is already looking up. I have a freelance photography gig tomorrow, which is always NICE, especially around the holidays.

Another thing I'm looking forward to is seeing friends this weekend. Linda and Steve are making the trip from Oklahoma to Texas. Trey and I are really looking forward to that and I'm hoping we can meet up with Nick and Allison too, maybe over some waffles.

The First & Last Time You Will Ever See This Vest

A few days ago, I found this vest in Chey's closet. It was something she had never had a chance to wear and since it's a small vest, I figured this would probably be the first and last time we ever see it on her.

This girl is 12 months and she has a lot of clothes! It's time to sort through the old items that don't fit her anymore. Monday, I started that process. I want to get the clothes out of her closet and into the attic. I would like to hold onto the really cute outfits and give them to her one day. I would also like to shadow box one of her dresses. Right now, I'm half way through her clothes and I don't even feel like I'm making a dent.

Fa-La-La-La-LAAAA

This morning we made a trip to campus for the Faculty-Staff Christmas Potluck. Cheyenne had a little bit of stranger anxiety and wanted mommy close by, but eventually, she warmed-up to a few co-workers.

We've Been Practicing

It wont' be long before Cheyenne is walking. She is starting to shuffle and take a few steps on her own.